Santi Aldama is a forward-center for the Memphis Grizzlies, serving as a versatile big man in their frontcourt rotation. Born in Spain on January 10, 2001, Aldama stands 6'11" and weighs 215 lbs, giving him the length of a traditional center with the mobility to operate away from the basket. He played college basketball at Loyola-Maryland before transitioning to the NBA, where he has developed into a reliable contributor at the forward-center position.
Through 48 games this season, Aldama is averaging 13.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game across 27.1 minutes, reflecting a meaningful role in Memphis's rotation. His 46.2% field goal percentage speaks to efficiency as a scorer, though his 32.6% mark from three and 49.2% free throw rate suggest some inconsistency from distance and the line. The 2.8 assists per game is notable for a big man and points to his ability to initiate offense and play-make from the high post. A plus-minus of -1.7 indicates he is roughly a neutral presence in terms of team scoring differential. For bettors, Aldama presents prop angles primarily around points and rebounds totals, given his steady baseline production in both categories. His assist numbers also make combination props worth monitoring, particularly on nights when Memphis leans on him for extended minutes.
